Computer not able to POST - constantly rebooting

[imported_Michele]

Hey there,

My computer crashed this morning and when I restarted it, it was not able to POST. I hear no beeps, the computer doesn't even reach the beginning of posting. I hear the fans and drives power on and then the computer reboots. After 3 or 4 seconds, the components start up again then die. This cycle repeats endlessly.

Things I have tried to resolve this problem -

1. Cleaned and reapplied the thermal compound to my CPU.
2. Reconnected/reseated all of the peripherals.
3. Took the Mobo out of the case and tried to boot it up thinking there could be a short/grounding issue.

The next step I am plan on taking is to go out and purchase a new Mobo/CPU. Does anyone have any advice before I go ahead and purchase the items?

Thanks so much for your time.


Computer Specs -
XFX GeForce 8800 GT 512MB
Tuniq Tower 120 Universal CPU Cooler 120mm
Crucial Ballistix 2GB (4 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel
GIGABYTE GA-P35C-DS3R LGA 775 Intel P35 ATX Intel Motherboard
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 Kentsfield 2.4GHz LGA 775 Quad-Core Processor
Antec earthwatts EA500 500W ATX12V v2.0 Power Supply
SAMSUNG SpinPoint T Series HD501LJ 500GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive
ASUS Black SATA DVD-ROM Drive Model DVD
ASUS 20X DVD±R DVD Burner with LightScribe Black SATA Model DRW
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium DVD 32bit

 

[daveybrat]

I doubt it's your processor, the odds of that are very slim. Try removing the CMOS battery for about 10 minutes with the power unplugged from your pc.

If you still get nothing after putting the battery back in, then it's more than likely that your motherboard went south.

 

[imported_Michele]

Thanks for your reply, daveybrat.

I will try removing the CMOS battery and cross my fingers.